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Merida is
the center where many Yucatecan and Mayan artisans converge
to sell their crafts. Beautiful woven and embroidered
blouses (huipiles), multi-threaded hammocks, the distinctive
Guayabera men's shirt, the Jipi Panama hat and the use
of feathers and shells reveal an exciting blend of Mexico,
Mayan and Mexican styles. |
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| The always overwhelming
whirl of crafts, produce, livestock, household items,
all with a distinctive Mayan and Mexico flavor.
Addr: At the corner of Calles 56 and 57.
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Garcia
Rejon Handicrafts Market
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| Market solely devoted
to handicrafts with prices lower than stores, provided
one is willing to bargain. Addr: Calle 65.
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| Large selection of
off-the-rack and made-to-order Guayaberas, the ubiquitous
man's shirt seen all over the Yucatan. Addr: 507
Calle 59. |
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| Named after the Jipis
Panama hat that is represented here in great variety,
this shop is also good for hammocks. Addr: 526 Calle
56. |
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| The rooms of this
former monastery are chock-full of folk-art items,
as well as changing exhibits. Run by Fonart, the
official government sponsor of Mexican crafts. Addr:
503 Calle 63. |
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